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  • Fire scouting reportMay 24, 2013 12:00 AM

     
  • Mike Magee of the New York Red Bulls ¬ ¬ Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images

    Two days, two major trades for the Chicago FireMay 24, 2013 12:00 AM
    On Friday the Fire completed the long-rumored trade of the MLS rights to Robbie Rogers to Los Angeles, getting Long Grove native from the Galaxy in return, a source confirmed. The deal has not yet been announced officially, but the Galaxy has called a “player acquisition” press conference for Saturday. On Thursday the Fire reacquired central defender Bakary Soumare from Philadelphia for a second-round draft pick.

     
  • Real Salt Lake defender Chris Schuler, at right trying to control the Galaxy’s Landon Donovan, has helped anchor the back line for RSL this season.

    2 MLS players with Chicago ties look to stop Fire May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
    Real Salt Lake seemed to be taking a huge risk when it included veteran defender Jamison Olave among the starters it traded away last winter. A couple of younger players with Chicago ties are making sure RSL doesn’t miss Olave.

     
  • Central defender Bakary Soumare is getting his wish of being traded back to the Chicago Fire.

    Fire trades draft pick to Philly for Soumare May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
    The Chicago Fire is close to reacquiring central defender Bakary Soumare in a trade with the Philadelphia Union.

     
  • In this photo provided by the Chicago Fire, Chicago Fire forward Maicon Santos, center, scores past New York Red Bulls goalkeeper Luis Robles, left, as defender Jamison Olave watches during the second half of an MLS soccer match, Sunday, April 7, 2013, in Bridgeview, Ill. The Fire won 3-1. (AP Photo/Chicago Fire, Brian Kersey)

    Fire trying to fight on through injuries May 21, 2013 12:00 AM
    It’s not likely many of the folks who work at Toyota Park are rushing out to buy lottery tickets these days. Considering the Chicago Fire’s luck lately, it’d be a bad investment.

     

  • Chicago Fire scouting reportMay 17, 2013 12:00 AM

     
  • After David Beckham’s long and distinguished soccer career ends on an artificial turf field in northwestern France, his life promises to be perhaps even more glamorous than it already has been.

    Beckham’s role after retirement to remain global May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
    After David Beckham's long and distinguished soccer career ends on an artificial turf field in northwestern France, his life promises to be perhaps even more glamorous than it already has been. Nearly 20 years after breaking into the Manchester United lineup, the 38-year-old former England captain won the French league title with Paris Saint-Germain this season. After announcing his retirement on Thursday, Beckham's role in soccer will take on a new dimension worldwide.

     

  • David Beckham’s statement on decision to retire May 16, 2013 12:00 AM
    Statement from David Beckham announcing his decision Thursday to retire from soccer.

     
  • England’s David Beckham is retiring from soccer at the end of the season. The 38-year-old Beckham recently won a league title in a fourth country with Paris Saint-Germain. He has become a global superstar since starting his career at Manchester United.

    Beckham to retire from soccer at end of season May 16, 2013 12:00 AM
    David Beckham is retiring from soccer, ending a career in which he became a global superstar who transcended the sport. The 38-year-old Beckham, who recently won a league title in a fourth country with Paris Saint-Germain, said Thursday he will retire after the season. "I feel now is the right time to finish my career, playing at the highest level," the former England captain said in a statement.

     
  • New England Revolution's Shalrie Joseph, left, tries to clear the ball past Columbus Crew's Robbie Rogers during the first half of an MLS soccer game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

    Fire in talks to trade Rogers’ rights May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
    The Chicago Fire has begun talks with the Los Angeles Galaxy about sending the MLS rights to Robbie Rogers to the Galaxy.

     

  • Fire lament missed chances in loss to Union May 11, 2013 12:00 AM
    The Fire outshot the Union 15-9 and had possession 58 percent of the game, but as has been the case too often this season, the Fire couldn't score. The Union did, winning 1-0 despite being without starting defenders Sheanon Williams and Jeff Parke.

     

  • Union beat Fire 1-0 in MLS on McInerney’s goal May 11, 2013 12:00 AM
    Jack McInerney scored his league-leading seventh goal of the season Saturday and Zac MacMath made six saves to lead the Philadelphia Union to a 1-0 victory over the Chicago Fire.

     

  • Chicago Fire scouting reportMay 10, 2013 12:00 AM

     

  • Leon: Rogers would be great addition for Fire May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
    Fire owner Andrew Hauptman and president of soccer operations Javier Leon came away very impressed with midfielder Robbie Rogers during a lunch meeting Tuesday in Los Angeles with Rogers and his agent. Rogers, whose MLS rights are held by the Fire, has been training recently with the Los Angeles Galaxy. Rogers retired from soccer in February after announcing he is gay. He had been playing in England and is now out of contract.

     
  • New England Revolution’s Shalrie Joseph, left, tries to clear the ball past Columbus Crew’s Robbie Rogers during the first half of an MLS soccer game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, in Columbus, Ohio.

    Fire’s lack of news troubling May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
    No news is not always good news. When it comes to Monday's closing of the MLS transfer window, the Fire's lack of news is a problem.

     

  • Fire has more than a passing interest in Rogers saga May 1, 2013 12:00 AM
    How much are the folks in Major League Soccer's offices watching Robbie Rogers training with the L.A. Galaxy and thinking of Brian McBride?

     

  • Fire’s MacDonald sorry for ‘emotional reaction’ Apr 23, 2013 12:00 AM
    Sherjill MacDonald wasn't the first frustrated striker to show some emotion on the field, and he won't be the last. But he does regret having to be told by his Chicago Fire teammates to hustle off the field Saturday night.

     

  • Fire learns its key to winning: defense Apr 21, 2013 12:00 AM
    If the Chicago Fire is going to have a good season, victories like Saturday night’s will be the story.

     
  • Houston Dynamo midfielder Adam Moffat (16) and Fire forward Chris Rolfe (18) battle for the ball.

    Friedrich out indefinitely as defense takes big hit Apr 19, 2013 12:00 AM
    Just when it appeared the Chicago Fire attack might be starting up, it appears the defense could be a bigger concern than first feared.

     
  • San Jose Earthquakes defender Dan Gargan, left, and Portland Timbers forward Rodney Wallace battle for the ball during the first half of an MLS match in Portland, Ore.

    Fire player shortage linked to salary cap issues Apr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
    If the Chicago Fire is shorthanded this season, it's not just because it's been hurt by a rash of injuries.

     
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